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How to make your business neurodivergent-friendly
2026-03-05 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Montrose Football Club, Wellington Street, Montrose, DD10 8QD
Creating an inclusive business isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s a smart, forward-thinking strategy.
This workshop introduces the steps businesses can take to become more neurodivergent-friendly, both for their team and their customers. You’ll gain a clear understanding of neurodivergence, why inclusion matters commercially as well as ethically, and how simple, realistic adjustments can make a powerful difference.
The session is presented by James Cleves, founder of CleverVA, a virtual assistant agency supporting neurodivergent and disabled professionals. Drawing on lived experience and real-world business insight, James combines personal story with practical advice.
What we’ll cover:
• What neurodivergence really means and why it matters
• Why being ND‑inclusive benefits your business
• How accessible your business is today
• Ways to improve accessibility for your customers
• Effective accommodations and support options for your team
Book your place now and learn how to build an inclusive culture that strengthens your team and makes your business more accessible for every customer.

Agritourism: Human Resource Masterclass
2026-03-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Cairns Farm Estate, Kirknewton, EH27 8DH
A human resources masterclass, come along and have all your HR questions answered.
We will also be focusing on how you best match your staff team to daily demand and stand down staff if demand is low.
Sophie Henderson from Greenburn HR will be joining us.
Thank you to Satellite Monitor Farmers, Caroline and Graham Hamilton for being our host.

Discrimination Law Case Update
2026-03-11 09:30 - 10:30
Discrimination law continues to evolve at pace, and keeping up with employer responsibilities has never been more important – or more challenging. With the margin for error often narrow, even well‑intentioned organisations can find themselves exposed to risk.
Join Andrew Wallace and Jillian McLaughlan, where they will break down some of the most significant recent discrimination cases and explore what they mean in practical terms for employers. By highlighting the latest trends, key judgments, and common pitfalls, our employment law specialists will equip you with clear, actionable insights to help you navigate this complex area with confidence.

How to communicate effectively | Lunch and Learn
2026-03-16 12:00 - 12:30
Have you ever promised yourself you’d stay composed next time… only for your tone to sharpen, your heart to race or your thinking to spiral the moment you feel challenged?
Are you doing all the “right” leadership things, yet somehow your message keeps being misunderstood, resisted, or emotionally charged?
Leadership isn’t about being the loudest voice in the room. It’s about emotional regulation, clarity and the ability to influence without force.
In this Lunch and Learn session, Aurore Prefumo will help you discover why leadership begins internally and why mindset alone isn’t enough.
She’ll explore how subconscious patterns shape the way you communicate, respond under pressure, handle conflict and inspire trust.
Topics covered in this session:

Why high performers still struggle with difficult conversations
How emotional triggers silently impact decision-making
The key shift that moves you from reactive to respected

Futureproofing Your Business – People, AI and Productivity
2026-03-17 12:00 - 13:00
Part of our megatrends series, learn how you can use emerging technologies to improve performance and support your workforce.
Global Megatrends can disrupt markets and challenge established business models, but they can also create powerful new opportunities for businesses that adapt early.
In support of the Fair Work Festival 2026. This webinar delivered in conjunction with Peer Works, is part of the Scottish Enterprise Megatrends webinar series and explores breakthrough technologies with a focus on people, AI and productivity. It will look at how businesses can use emerging technologies to improve performance while supporting fair work and better outcomes for their workforce.
The session will help businesses understand how to anticipate and respond to rapid technological change.

Employee vs contractor: Avoiding costly mistakes
2026-03-19 11:00 - 12:00
Hiring in any business moves quickly, but misclassifying workers can create serious legal and financial exposure.
In this session, LegalVision’s Comfort Nkang, Practice Leader, will explain how employment status is assessed across common business settings.
The webinar will cover typical role classifications, key legal obligations, and practical steps businesses can take to reduce risk.
Key takeaways from this session:

How the legal test for employment status applies in practice
Key rights and obligations for employees and contractors
Practical steps to reduce misclassification risk and liability

Managing neurodivergent individuals in the workplace | Lunch and Learn
2026-03-23 12:00 - 12:30
One in seven people are now estimated to have a neurodivergent condition, such as dyslexia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or autism spectrum disorder.
Neurodivergent people can bring valuable strengths, ranging from deep focus and analytical thinking to creativity and innovation.
Without the right understanding and support, however, they may struggle within narrow definitions of “typical” performance and communication, leading to challenges which may affect them in the workplace.
By putting in place practical measures to recognise and support your neurodiverse talent, you can unlock your workforce’s full potential, increasing engagement, productivity and overall performance.
Topics covered in this session:

Recognising and understanding neurodiversity traits
Practical adjustments that allow neurodiverse people to thrive
Steps you can take to build a more inclusive and high-performing workforce

Earned Settlement: What employers need to know
2026-04-07 09:30 - 10:30
The UK Government has announced significant changes to the path to settlement for most international citizens. This will impact sponsored workers and also their sponsors, who now face an extension of sponsorship costs and compliance obligations for workers on a longer path to settlement.
Join Rebecca Engel-Morton and Catriona MacDonald to find out what we know so far and what steps sponsors and employers should take now.

Immigration Compliance: How professional advisers can support rural businesses
2026-04-29 09:30 - 10:30
Rural businesses rely on accountants, insurance brokers and other professional services to deal with all kinds of compliance issues. But immigration compliance often slips through the cracks. With civil penalties now starting at £45,000 and enforcement action at an all-time high, it is essential that rural businesses do not get caught out.
Join Jacqueline Moore, Partner in our Immigration team, and Robin Dunlop, Partner in our Land & Rural Business team, to find out how professional service providers can support their rural clients with immigration compliance.

Flexible Working 2026 and Beyond
2026-05-14 09:30 - 10:30
The world of work has changed substantially in recent years, due to the changes during and post the Covid pandemic, the increase in hybrid working and partly because of changing expectations and needs.
Join Thorntons Employment team as we look at the current landscape of flexible working and the changes being brought in by the Employment Rights Act 2025.

Global Talent Visas for academics & researchers
2026-05-20 09:30 - 10:30
Scotland’s universities and research institutions attract talented academics and researchers from all over the world. The Global Talent visa offers a highly favourable visa route for academics, researchers and their families.
Join the Immigration team for an in-depth session on the Global Talent visa route.
